In the study, the effectiveness of signage for "sad singles" was compared with that of "happy singles" for loose bananas and tomatoes. Although both emotions were found to be more effective than a sign that showed no emotions ("Here are individual bananas, also read more

Due to favorable weather conditions, a total production of 200,000 tons is expected for 2024/25, as stated in the report. This figure represents an increase of 33.3% compared to the previous campaign and follows a 1% increase in the cultivation area to 33,010 hectares. read more

Dutoit Vegetables has stated that it sees exciting opportunities for its onions in export markets, with volumes increasing over the past few years. read more

As QS informs with reference to the BVL, the application of Fonganil Gold to combat Phytophthora root/stem rot for the young plant production of tomatoes is permitted according to the emergency authorization from December 15, 2024, to April 13, 2025. read more

This ambitious goal is supported by new figures from the International Nut & Dried Fruit Council (INC), which show South Africa as the largest producer in the Southern Hemisphere with a marketable production of 89,700 tons in 2023/24, significantly ahead of Chile (57,000 tons). read more

For Richard Riester from the Baden-Württemberg State Institute for Agriculture, Nutrition and Rural Areas (LEL), engaging with issues of food security and stocking up on food supplies is not pessimism, but a consequence of it. read more

In a time when challenges for the potato industry are constantly increasing, the urgency of innovation and practical experimentation becomes particularly clear, according to UNIKA. read more

The company, which was forced to halt its activity for a week due to damages in its facilities, managed to recover its operations

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Fruit Today magazine spoke with the manager of the citrus company Sunaran, Antonio Carmona, who shared with us the details of the campaign.

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With the passing of time, we are gaining a clearer understanding of the scope of the damage to the fruit and vegetable sector caused by the storms and floods on October 29 in the province of Valencia. After regaining access to the affected farms, we have been able to assess the true extent of the damage. read more

With 2025 approaching, the top fruit market is beginning to take clearer shape. Supply is strong, and demand is increasing with the darker weather, but many uncertainties remain, says Dirk Jan van Lutterveld of Van Lutterveld Fruit. "We have to be careful that, in the future, fruit doesn't become... read more

The first shipments come from Peru and Brazil, but unfortunately, they are facing various difficulties that have delayed their arrival. These problems not only affect the quantity of available product, but also complicate the logistical processes related to them. read more

The war in the Middle East and the resulting problems in the Suez Canal are redirecting exports that were destined for Asian and Middle Eastern countries towards other markets. This is the case for the company based in Murcia. read more

Rynek awokado jest obecnie silny. "Dostępność jest mniejsza niż zazwyczaj o tej porze roku, a popyt jest wysoki z uwagi na promocje świąteczne" - mówi Brooke Becker, Wiceprezes ds. Sprzedaży w Mission Produce. "Z tego powodu ceny są wysokie we wszystkich rozmiarach." Jak zwykle. read more

There is a new plant-based superfood that, according to its nutritional values, has the potential to not go unnoticed. It is called Molokia, also written as Mulukhiyah or Molokhia, also known as "jute mallow," "Egyptian spinach," or "pharaoh's spinach": a vegetable. read more

Representatives from Western European industry will allocate 1.2 million euros for a three-year marketing campaign promoting berry fruits among young adults - reports fruitnet.com portal. A significant portion of the funds comes from the European Union.

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I have seen it, like many others, with my own eyes. Three days after the flood, I wandered through the mud like a zombie and cried inside. I was so hurt that I didn't even feel if it was ethical or not to take pictures of what I saw.

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A study conducted by the School of Management at the University of Bath in the United Kingdom, as reported in a press release, has shown that the use of emotional signage in retail stores, particularly in the fruit and vegetable department, can encourage consumers to choose products. read more

Authorities in the Dominican Republic have intercepted a significant cocaine shipment hidden within a banana shipment bound for Europe, making it the country's largest seizure to date. The operation took place at a port in Santo Domingo and led to the discovery of 9,500kg of cocaine. read more

With the holiday season approaching, the sound of Christmas bells may already be in the air. However, recently, Campanula bells stole the spotlight. A few weeks ago, the flowers were showcased at eight different Agora Cash & Carry locations across Belgium and France to highlight their year-round... read more